Environment A decade after the Oso landslide, WA works to improve preparedness The Snohomish County disaster killed 43 residents in 2014. Today, geologists can better help people get out of harm’s way due to boosts in tech and funding. by Tom Banse Washington State Standard / March 20, 2024
Environment Salish Sea's 'humpback comeback' is a good sign, but concerns remain More whales mean greater risk of ship strikes and fishing line entanglement. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / August 16, 2019
Environment These giant rats failed mine-sniffing school. Now they have a new career in Tacoma While their relatives are saving lives around the world, Point Defiance's adorable African giant pouched rats are ambassadors for rodents everywhere. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 24, 2019
Environment A proposed San Juans sanctuary may offer hope for captive orcas — and risks for wild ones Nonprofit advocates think sea pens will improve the retired killer whales' quality of life. SeaWorld vets disagree. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 17, 2019
Environment "Environmental company" racks up biggest pollution fines of the year by Drew Atkins / December 14, 2015
Environment 5 ways climate change will impact health in Puget Sound A sailboat on Puget Sound on a mid-60s winter afternoon. by Drew Atkins / November 17, 2015
Environment Fecal matter pollution in public water: The case of Snydar Farm Nooksack River in Whatcom County. The Nooksack watershed contains high levels of fecal matter contamination from agricultural sources. by Drew Atkins / November 4, 2015
Environment What drought? Meteorologist Cliff Mass vs. nearly everyone Drought skeptic Cliff Mass. by Drew Atkins / May 31, 2015
